Building a stronger Omaha community

Omaha Inland Port Authority

Omaha Inland Port Authority

Empowering Omaha’s Economic Future

Omaha Inland Port Authority

Omaha Inland Port Authority

Created by the Omaha City Council on January 9, 2024 by Ordinance 43660.

Governed by a nine-member board

Appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council.

Starting in February 2025

Meetings will be held at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, Bldg 21, Room 112, 32nd and Sorensen Pkwy

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Ongoing projects

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Meeting Minutes & Agenda

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Community Advisor Committee

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Open Positions

The Inland Port Authority

Will have, in addition, to other powers, the power to:

  • Plan, facilitate and develop the district, including public infrastructure and other site improvements, either alone or with other entities.

  • Issue Revenue Bonds (the district cannot sell General Obligation Bonds) and the State of Nebraska has to liability for these bonds.

  • Acquire, own, construct, lease and sell real and personal property and enter into contracts to pursue the business of the district.

  • Charge fees as needed to operate the port district.

  • Borrow money and accept gifts, grants, appropriations, and loans from government agencies.